ELAN 40
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.04 ft |
| LWL | 33.6 ft |
| Beam | 12.57 ft |
| Draft | 6.56 ft |
| Displacement | 15,873 lb |
| Ballast | 5,633.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 50.59 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.2 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 48.82 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 17.22 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.2 ft |
| Mainsail | 813.2 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 359.2 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 610.6 sq ft |
About the ELAN 40
Several keel configurations available.
The Elan 40 is a fractional sloop designed by Rob Humphreys and built by Elan (SLOV) in 2001, with an unknown total hull production count. It features a 39.04 ft LOA, 12.57 ft beam, and 15873.0 lb displacement, offering a balance of performance and comfort with a Comfort ratio of 23.92.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize interior volume and modern amenities, as evidenced by frequent upgrades to electronics, solar power, and watermakers.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a Capsize ratio of 2.0 and a D/L ratio of 186.81, the Elan 40 is moderately capable offshore but requires careful attention to structural integrity, particularly regarding the keel and rudder, before undertaking long passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 40 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40.9 from the same era, as they share similar fractional rig configurations, beamy hulls, and a focus on interior space over pure racing pedigree.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(26 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.6 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| 60° | 5.9 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.9 |
| 75° | 6.0 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.3 |
| 90° | 5.9 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| 110° | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.9 |
| 120° | 5.5 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 9.2 |
| 135° | 4.9 | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 9.1 |
| 150° | 4.1 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.6 |
| Beat VMG | 3.7 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.6 | 4.6 | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 8.1 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
19 listings · boat years 2002–2019 · median $85,320
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.04ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
18 reported issues across 9 systems for the ELAN 40, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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